Moderately Safe · Population: 62,571
Wilmington, North Carolina is a city with moderate safety levels, with a safety score of 57/100. The violent crime rate of 533.9 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 62,571, Wilmington reported 334 violent crimes and 1,812 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 9.6 per 100K |
| Rape | 63.3 per 100K |
| Robbery | 178.7 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 282.3 per 100K |
| Burglary | 820.1 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,452 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 624.1 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 334 |
| Property Crimes | 1,812 |
| Total Crimes | 2,146 |
With a safety score of 57/100, Wilmington is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 84% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.